Local Food. Lasting Impact.
Transforming the health, wellbeing and resilience of our local communities.
Connecting the people of Idaho to local food — and local ranchers, farmers and producers to the resources they need to thrive.
Let’s Nourish the Future Together
Programs, Events and Volunteer Opportunities
Food Cultivators
Funding Change
Farmers, Ranchers & Producers
Each year to support Idahoan farmers, ranchers and producers, Future Roots provides patient, flexible funding to help businesses start-up or grow. We’re focused on boosting local food production, making healthy food more available and accessible across southern Idaho, and encouraging regenerative and sustainable practices that take care of our land and resources. Let’s drive change together.
Food Partners
Procuring Local
Farmers, Ranchers & Producers
We are harnessing the significant purchasing power of businesses, organizations, and institutions to strengthen our regional food system. Big food choices aren’t just made at the dinner table — they’re made by businesses, restaurants, schools and institutions every day. Local procurement policies help these organizations use their buying power to support nearby farmers and food producers, bring in fresher, better-quality food, reduce the volume of imported food items, and reduce reliance on a volatile supply chain. Communities all over the U.S. are making the shift — and every local purchase adds up to a stronger, more resilient food system.
Food Lovers
Sowing Locals
Locals & Visitors
Whether you're a local resident or happen to be passing through, your food choices matter! By choosing locally grown and made foods, you're supporting the farmers, makers, and businesses that nourish our region — and you're investing in the health and wellbeing of your local community. From farm stands and farmers markets to restaurants, events, and learning opportunities, we’ve got the resources to help you eat well, live well, and love local.
Food Literacy
Growing Food, Reducing Waste, Composting
School Programs
Schools play a powerful role in shaping how young people understand and engage with food. Whether you're interested in reducing cafeteria waste, growing food on campus, or serving more locally sourced meals, we’re here to help. Our team partners with school staff and students to bring composting programs, school gardens, and farm-to-school initiatives to life — all tailored to your school’s unique needs. Let’s grow healthy habits, together.
Let’s Build More Resilient Communities Together
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